MediaSpace: How to Update Channel Publishing Status

This guide explains how to check and update the visibility settings of your channels in MediaSpace to ensure they are shared appropriately.

Overview

This guide explains how to check and update the visibility settings of your Channels within MediaSpace to ensure they are shared appropriately.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Access the Channel Management Tools

1. Log in to MediaSpace:

   • Open your web browser and log into my.mines.edu with your Mines credentials.
     

   • Navigate to the MediaSpace tile within my.mines.edu or use the URL: mediaspace.mines.edu.

2. Navigate to the Channel Management Page:

• In MediaSpace, locate and open the Channel for which you are an owner / manager.
• Click the Channel Actions icon in the top-right corner of the channel page and select Edit.
  

Edit the Publishing Status of a Channel

1. Scroll down and review the current setting under “Publish Status.”
   • Open: All logged in users can view and contribute content (contribution is not allowed for viewer-role users).
     Restricted: All logged in users can view content and only channel members can contribute content.
     Private: Only channel members can view and contribute content.
     Shared Repository: Only channel members can view and contribute content; Content may be published to other channels, according to publishing entitlements.
2. To update the visibility:
   • Select the appropriate option (Open, Restricted, Private, or Shared Repository).
   • Click the “Save” button to apply the changes.
     

Additional Tip

• Regularly review your channel to ensure content visibility aligns with your sharing goals.

For additional support, contact the IT Service Desk at 303-278-HELP (4357) or helpdesk@mines.edu.